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preclude

verb

Reveal meaning and examples

To prevent something or rule out its possibility.

The narrow doorway would preclude moving the piano inside.

Dictionary practice example.

A confirmed closure would preclude use of the largest room on the planned opening night, so the coordinator secured a smaller venue.